Name: Greek Chicken Bowls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 4 small chicken breasts; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 tablespoon lemon zest; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa; 2 cups halved grape or cherry tomatoes; 2 cups diced or chopped cucumber; 4 cups shredded romaine lettuce; 1 cup sliced red onion; 1/2 cup feta; 1 cup plain Greek yogurt; 1/2 cup grated cucumber; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste); 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill

Description

Greek Chicken Bowls are a vibrant and flavorful meal that effortlessly combines juicy marinated chicken, fresh vegetables, and creamy tzatziki in one delightful dish. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, these bowls are not only satisfying but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. With a quick cooking method and healthy ingredients, you’ll enjoy a delicious Mediterranean-inspired feast that’s packed with nutrients.

Ingredients

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4 small chicken breasts
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
2 cups halved grape or cherry tomatoes
2 cups diced or chopped cucumber
4 cups shredded romaine lettuce
1 cup sliced red onion
1/2 cup feta
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/2 cup grated cucumber
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill

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Instructions

Prepare the marinade by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice and zest, honey, garlic powder, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Pound the chicken breasts to 1/2 inch thickness and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
While marinating, mix tzatziki ingredients—Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and dill—in a bowl.
Cook rice or quinoa as directed on the packaging.
Air fry or skillet-cook the marinated chicken until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature).
Slice the chicken and assemble bowls with rice/quinoa, veggies, sliced chicken, and tzatziki. Drizzle with olive oil if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
Calories: 570
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 750mg
Fat: 29g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 22g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 80mg